--- title: "Briggs Design Associates, Inc. — Kitchen & Bath Designers | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/kitchen-and-bath-designers/briggs-design-associates-inc-pfvwus-pf~813712063 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~813712063.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Briggs Design Associates, Inc." category: ["Kitchen & Bath Designers"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/fe4328600f49bc93_5357-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "583 Brookside Road, North Barrington, Illinois 60010, United States" latitude: 42.1614 longitude: -88.1383 phone: "(224) 634-8210" website: http://www.briggs.design rating: 5 review_count: 66 best_of_houzz_awards: 12 followers: 167 last_updated: 2026-08-15 --- # Briggs Design Associates, Inc. Original Houzz profile: [Briggs Design Associates, Inc.](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/kitchen-and-bath-designers/briggs-design-associates-inc-pfvwus-pf~813712063) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Kitchen & Bath Designers - **Location:** North Barrington, IL - **Serves:** Evanston, Schaumburg, Arlington Heights, Palatine, Des Plaines, Hoffman Estates, Glenview, Buffalo Grove, Crystal Lake, Park Ridge, Northbrook, Highland Park, Algonquin, Wilmette, Vernon Hills, Rolling Meadows, Libertyville, Lake Zurich, Lake Forest, Cary, Prospect Heights, Barrington, Hawthorn Woods, Glencoe, Long Grove, Inverness, Lake Bluff, Northfield, Lake Barrington, South Barrington, Fox River Grove, Barrington Hills, Kildeer, Green Oaks, Riverwoods, Deer Park, Sleepy Hollow, North Barrington, Prairie Grove, Forest Lake, Bannockburn, Tower Lake, Bull Valley, Indian Creek, Mettawa, Trout Valley, Deefield, Linconshire, Mt. Prospect, Wildwood - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (66 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 12 awards (2014–2024), for Service, Design. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 25,000 Ideabook Saves - Best of Houzz winner - Family owned - Woman owned You love your neighborhood. You should love your home. Let us help you design and renovate your house into the home you love. Briggs Design Associates specializes in building spaces carefully designed to the needs, habits, and routines of every client. Principal Designer Kerry Briggs understands how a project's many moving pieces all fit together while maintaining a sharp eye on each and every small detail. Kerry Briggs has over 30 years of professional experience in residential architecture. Her husband, John has over 30 years as a corporate leader, as well as experience as an architectural engineer and a lighting engineer. ### Services Provided - Kitchen Design - Custom Cabinets - Bathroom Design - Custom Kitchen Cabinets - Custom Bathroom Vanities - 3D Rendering - Home Additions - Custom Countertops - Custom Pantries - Lighting Design - Design Consultation - Floor Plans - Laundry Room Design - Home Extensions - Universal Design - Project Management - Mudroom Design - Custom Walk-in Closets - Pantry Design - Sustainable Design - Basement Design - Drafting - Handicap-Accessible Design - Vanity Installation - Green Building - Wine Cellar Design - Custom Cabinet Doors - Kitchen Remodeling - Bathroom Remodeling - Space Planning - Architectural Drawings - Custom Built-ins - Home Office Design - Home Remodeling - Tile Installation ### Areas Served - Evanston - Schaumburg - Arlington Heights - Palatine - Des Plaines - Hoffman Estates - Glenview - Buffalo Grove - Crystal Lake - Park Ridge - Northbrook - Highland Park - Algonquin - Wilmette - Vernon Hills - Rolling Meadows - Libertyville - Lake Zurich - Lake Forest - Cary - Prospect Heights - Barrington - Hawthorn Woods - Glencoe - Long Grove - Inverness - Lake Bluff - Northfield - Lake Barrington - South Barrington - Fox River Grove - Barrington Hills - Kildeer - Green Oaks - Riverwoods - Deer Park - Sleepy Hollow - North Barrington - Prairie Grove - Forest Lake - Bannockburn - Tower Lake - Bull Valley - Indian Creek - Mettawa - Trout Valley - Deefield - Linconshire - Mt. Prospect - Wildwood ### Typical Job Cost $10,000 - 300,000 We handle projects large and small. ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Briggs Design Associates, Inc. | | Address | 583 Brookside Road, North Barrington, Illinois 60010, United States | | Phone | (224) 634-8210 | | Website | http://www.briggs.design | | Followers on Houzz | 167 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/BriggsDesignAssociates/ - LinkedIn — linkedin.com/company/briggs-design - Blog — https://www.briggs.design/ ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Briggs Design Associates, Inc.](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/kitchen-and-bath-designers/briggs-design-associates-inc-pfvwus-pf~813712063) - **Website:** http://www.briggs.design - **Phone:** (224) 634-8210 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - NKBA - National Kitchen & Bath Association - Best of Houzz Service Award 2014, 2015, 2017, 2018, 2019 and 2020 - **Best of Houzz:** 12 awards (2014–2024), for Service, Design. **Affiliations** - [National Kitchen & Bath Association](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/national-kitchen-and-bath-association-pfvwus-pf~1351084655) ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 66 reviews** *Aspect averages:* - Work Quality: 50.0 - Communication: 50.0 - Value: 50.0 ### Reviews **★★★★★ — dme7777, Nov. 2023** > I am thrilled! John and Kerry were wonderful to work with from day one through the end of the project. They remodeled my kitchen, installed a hardwood floor throughout the main level, and upgraded two bathrooms. Their attentiveness to my questions was impressive, I rarely had to wait 10 minutes for a response. They brought creative ideas to the project, willingly listened to my needs and ideas, and blended them with their expertise. Throughout the project, they were flexible and accommodating to the changes I thought might work and often proposed alternative - and almost always better - ideas as a solution. I especially liked the special things they did as a matter of course that I hadn’t expected to be part of the original plan. The lighting designed by John is outstanding and is perfectly suited to my needs and lifestyle. The craftsman working with them bring a high-level of quality, commitment, respect, and dedication. The end result exceeded my expectations. I couldn’t be happier and will gladly work with them again. **★★★★★ — Kris, March 2023** > We've used Kerry twice (old and current home) so that would be the start of how our experience has been with her and her services. We've appreciated her architecture background as our homes have been close to 100 yrs old and nothing is level, straight or standard. She is always up for the challenge of solving something 'wonky'. Based on our experience she took our initial meeting of wants, needs and ideas and provided varying detailed plans for the space (1st was a kitchen, dining, and bath remodel and current was a kitchen remodel). We were then able to take design components from one plan and merge with another (where able). Another item I feel sets Kerry apart from others based on our experience and talking to others who have had kitchens done is the planning meeting where we discuss what each cabinet/drawers intended use will be and the kitchen flow. This was so helpful for a few reasons: (1) took the guess work out as well as cut down time when unpacking (when you've wrapped your remodel you just want to move into the space and start enjoying it), (2) forced us to take stock of what we have, how you use it and what was needed for it all and (3) the flow of the kitchen and a new way of thinking of placement (for example: storing dishes closest to where an item is 'used' vs closest to putting away (aka unloading dishwasher) which meant dishes were closest to counter/table and glasses closer to fridge). She is very communicative throughout the process which is so helpful as this can be an overwhelming and stressful process. The one minor drawback is lighting which is John's side of the business. It can be a bit much in terms of how much lighting is recommended for the space and cost. Overall we have enjoyed working with Briggs Design and always toss their name into the hat when people ask if we know of anyone. **★★★★★ — Maria Peterson, Dec. 2022** > Our job was quite extensive: Opening walls on two floors which required reinforcing floor on every level, and the build-out of a balcony which also required structural reinforcement. A custom bar was built to our specifications and it turned out fabulous! > > Cabinetry from the master bathroom and sitting room to the bar is perfectly fitted and look beautiful. Issues with doors warping have been or are being addressed. > > We love the custom lighting thoughout the project, especially the bar area. We wanted an art deco flair, and the lighting at the corners of the bar and back cabinet are not only art deco but we can change the color and intensity to whatever we are celebrating. > > Our project took a little longer than projected - COVID had an affect on everything, but being patient paid off. We love our new space! **★★★★★ — Lisa Lendvay, Dec. 2022** > Briggs Design Associates, Inc. has partnered with me to make my vision for my kitchen and mudroom remodel a reality. My questions are always answered, they show up when expected, they say what will be done and then do it, they have continuously impressed me from the start. John & Kerry Briggs are great people to work with, and they hire people you can trust. I strongly recommend Briggs Design Associates. **Comment from Briggs Design Associates, Inc.:** > Thanks, Lisa! You have truly been a JOY to work with! **★★★★★ — Bill Dierich, Dec. 2022** > I have worked with Briggs Design for several years and find them very thorough from the design phase to monitoring the project to completion. John is extremely involved and very knowledgable on all phases of the work to be done. **★★★★★ — Kelly L Smith, Dec. 2022** > Kerry & John have done a great job of making my vision, for the remodeling of our 3 bathrooms and entry way, a reality. They were with us every step of the way, from designing the cabinetry, to steering us toward reliable, helpful suppliers and highly competent contractors. They always gave excellent advice, offering their expertise, when I couldn’t make up my mind or a decision had to be made quickly. We felt we were in good hands and are very thrilled with the outcome. **Comment from Briggs Design Associates, Inc.:** > Kelly -- you were a JOY to work with! And were so happy with the results. We appreciate your trust in us to make your home even more beautiful! Enjoy! **★★★★★ — Patti Shimon Levin, Oct. 2022** > BDA, Inc. was amazing. Our project was taking our 30 year-old kitchen, pantry, laundry and back hallway down to the studs in order to create our dream kitchen and adjoining spaces. I knew what I wanted but was open to suggestions. John and Kerry brought their experience and their expertise to handle this large remodel. Choosing a company to handle something like this is scary. You hear so many horror stories about remodeling. We knew the night we met with them that we could trust them with our project. We now consider them friends! **Comment from Briggs Design Associates, Inc.:** > Thank you so much Patti for your kind words -- It was truly a pleasure working with you both! We also are happy to have new friends! **★★★★★ — Karla Braithwaite, Dec. 2021** > Briggs Design is amazing. We bought a home that needed almost every part of the house remodeled. Briggs Design handled it excellently. John took the time to understand our needs and listen to our ideas. He then gave us honest feedback and improved our initial concepts. They use the highest craftspeople and go above and beyond the call of duty, making sure every element of the remodeling is performed excellently. > > If you have a remodeling job for any part of your home, you can count on them to get the job done and get it done right. **Comment from Briggs Design Associates, Inc.:** > Thank you Karla! It’s been exciting and fun working with you two, and seeing the transformation (and discoveries!) of your remodeled home! **★★★★★ — HU-886485354, Oct. 2021** > Working with the Briggs was just the best. My husband and I recently bought our home and wanted to customize our kitchen so it fit us a little better. We’d never worked with a designer before but knew we wanted a professional’s help with an area so important to our home. John and Kerry helped with each step and guided us through our pandemic home project. They took our original idea and elevated it so that it looks beautiful and fits the space perfectly. They gave us options (but not too many!) and patiently answered every question we had. We couldn’t be happier with the end result and would recommend Briggs Design Associates to anyone! **Comment from Briggs Design Associates, Inc.:** > We loved working with you two as well! We were seriously sorry to see your project finish. We’ll need need an excuse to reconnect! **★★★★★ — Lindsay Elliott, Aug. 2021** > We had a wonderful experience with Briggs Design. We were moving from Texas to Illinois and were wanting to get several projects completed prior to moving into our new home. John helped organize and coordinate multiple tradespeople to get projects completed in a very small window of time. We are very happy with the results. **★★★★★ — Nicky D, May 2021** > I had a smaller project to renovate tiling in my walk-in shower and add some appliances. john Briggs was very friendly and got the project started right away. His staff was reliant and punctual. The work done was without any complaint. > John was especially flexible and helped with fast project turnover. **★★★★★ — Roberta Galowich, March 2021** > Roberta Galowich > From the time of the interview with Kerry & John, I knew they would be a perfect fit for my kitchen project. Both with engineering and architectural backgrounds, I expected them to be extremely organized and exacting and I got precisely that. Kerry’s experience and knowledge of exactly what was required and expected was top notch. She was an absolutely joy to work with. My relatively small kitchen was transformed into a beautiful space with many more usable cabinets than I had before and much more countertop square footage. The Amish cabinets are of high-end furniture quality . I love everything about my kitchen and enjoy seeing it and working in it every day! Kudos goes out to Robert, a master carpenter who moved a wall to afford a more open concept. John was amazing in his lighting design offering me a lot of flexibility as to which lights I would like to use at a given time. Briggs Design is extremely professional and knowledgeable in all aspects of the kitchen design process and made it as seamless as possible. Everything turned out perfectly. > Thanks again for all your hard work! I have already recommended a client to Briggs and I will continue to do so. They are very deserving of a five star recommendation! ## Selected projects - [Modern Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/modern-kitchen-pj-vj~7291235) - Location: North Barrington, IL - Photos: 5 - [Hawthorn Woods Modern Kitchen Remodel - Waterfall Edge Island](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/hawthorn-woods-modern-kitchen-remodel-waterfall-edge-island-pj-vj~6102107) - Location: Hawthorn Woods, IL - Photos: 9 - [Barrington Hills, IL - A Chef's dream Kitchen and Pantry](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/barrington-hills-il-a-chef-s-dream-kitchen-and-pantry-pj-vj~5908354) - Location: Barrington, IL - Photos: 12 - Description: This home was originally built in the 1970s. The new owners remodeled the entire home with a 21st century style and function. Walls were removed to give this family of 6 wonderful space, replacing cramped and non-functional space through-out the whole home. - [Featured Article: Modern Victorian](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/featured-article-modern-victorian-pj-vj~6970860) - Location: North Barrington, IL - Photos: 4 - Description: Link to the online article: https://citylifestyle.com/chicago-il/articles/home-services/home-remodeling-project The home was having a “mid-life crisis.” That’s how best to describe this 120-year-old Victorian that long ago had been converted into a two flat. The new owners are a young professional couple with a new baby; he's a software engineer who worked from home long before the pandemic made that practice a necessity for so many families. Kerry and John Briggs (Briggs Design Associates) were… - [LaGrange Craftsman Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lagrange-craftsman-kitchen-pj-vj~240020) - Location: LaGrange, IL - Photos: 8 - Description: Built in 1916 in LaGrange's Historic District, this Craftsman home had been remodeled in the 1970s and the new owners wanted to return the house to its intended look and feel. With an addition and a remodel, Briggs Design took special care in matching original wood stains and recreating original millwork details. - [Open Floor Plan Kitchen - Village of Barrington, Illinois](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/open-floor-plan-kitchen-village-of-barrington-illinois-pj-vj~5905583) - Location: Barrington, IL - Photos: 5 - Description: Our customer was unhappy with the kitchen design offered by their builder, so brought us in to rethink the available space and design exactly what they drempt about! They also were looking for better cabinetry than the builder grade cabinets offered. - [Green Oaks - Splendid!](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/green-oaks-splendid-pj-vj~5696000) - Location: Libertyville, IL - Photos: 9 - Description: A First Floor Remodel of a 1970's home. - [Wauconda Lake House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/wauconda-lake-house-pj-vj~5708126) - Location: Wauconda, IL - Photos: 6 - [Green Oaks - Wide Open Space!](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/green-oaks-wide-open-space-pj-vj~2166343) - Location: Libertyville, IL - Photos: 34 - Description: Our client thought they were ready to downsize, but realized that their grown children along with their own families were all staying in the area. Instead these forward thinking grandparents chose to invest and create a destination place for their frequent family events. Much of the first floor was renovated to create a welcoming open plan living and party space, including a 10' extension off the backside of the home. Now their new dream kitchen integrates well with the dining area, living/tv ar… - [Tower Lakes - on the lake!](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/tower-lakes-on-the-lake-pj-vj~1863721) - Location: Tower Lakes, IL - Photos: 11 - Description: A 1930's summer cabin located on a stunning Tower Lakes lot was beyond repair, giving way to a striking new home. Special kitchen design considerations included designing a work space to accommodate a 5'10" mother and two boys and a husband who are each over 6'3", while maximizing the views of the lake. Our firm designed the layouts and space planing for the kitchen, master bath, mudroom, library, upstairs hall bath and boys bathroom. The customer chose a rustic pine cabinetry and mill work fitt… - [Roselle Renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/roselle-renovation-pj-vj~1867679) - Location: Roselle, IL - Photos: 13 - Description: The homeowners designed and built this home to raise their 5 children. Now empty-nesters there was a thought to downsize for just the two of them. However, with married children and grandchildren settling in the area, they found they needed more space rather than less as their house had become the social center for all family events. An addition to the back of their home wtih a large open great room and new kitchen now comfortably accomodates the whole family for any event. Featured on Houzz "Be… - [Lake Barrington Master Bath Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lake-barrington-master-bath-remodel-pj-vj~1868366) - Location: Barrington, IL - Photos: 3 - Description: We remodeled an old outdated 1990's master bath -- lets just say there were lots of opportunities for improvement! The entire layout was changed, rethinking and re-purposing a nearby linen closet, reclaiming another underused space, removing a huge platform tub, adding a larger shower and freestanding tub, his and her vanities, with beautiful solid surfaces. Creative use of glass brought outside sunshine into the shower. They love it! - [Lake Barrington Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lake-barrington-remodel-pj-vj~1868513) - Location: Barrington, IL - Photos: 7 - Description: Our client purchased this beautiful home but needed to change the style and decor, and to modernize and upgrade the kitchen, mudroom, powder room and butlers pantry. The kitchen had been somewhat cramped, but can now accommodate all six family members sitting at this spacious island for meals. Meticulous detailing of cabinetry and mill work have brought many compliments from friends, family and neighbors, and turned this home into a destination hangout for the neighborhood. - [Glen Ellyn Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/glen-ellyn-remodel-pj-vj~1868891) - Location: Glen Ellyn, IL - Photos: 3 - Description: This home, built in the 1940's still had the original 1940's kitchen - begging for an upgrade. The kitchen was very small, but a 30" cantilevered bump out provided 12 additional linear feet of cabinetry and storage space along the window, a new sink location overlooking the backyard, as well as an island, expanded counter-space, and full modernization and beautification! - [Tower Lakes Traditional](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/tower-lakes-traditional-pj-vj~239989) - Location: Tower Lakes, IL - Photos: 23 - [Libertyville Traditional Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/libertyville-traditional-kitchen-pj-vj~396753) - Location: Libertyville, IL - Photos: 6 - [Pinewoods Drive Contemporary](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/pinewoods-drive-contemporary-pj-vj~396817) - Location: Barrington, IL - Photos: 11 - Description: A remodel of a 1980s suburban two-story. The changes included most of the first floor and the Master suite & Hall bath on the second floor. - [Libertyville Transitional Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/libertyville-transitional-kitchen-pj-vj~231362) - Location: Libertyville, IL - Photos: 3 - Description: Many of the cherry cabinets for this Libertyville kitchen remodel were purchased in auction, which raised an interesting problem for Briggs Design: how do you build a kitchen with half of the cabinets already stained and aged? Briggs design chose a two-tone solution which takes advantage of the way cherry changes color as it ages. - [Glen Ellyn Traditional Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/glen-ellyn-traditional-kitchen-pj-vj~230421) - Location: Glen Ellyn, IL - Photos: 5 - [Wildwood Drive Traditional Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/wildwood-drive-traditional-kitchen-pj-vj~398527) - Location: Inverness, IL - Photos: 4 [See all 22 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/kitchen-and-bath-designers/briggs-design-associates-inc-pfvwus-pf~813712063) ## Ideabooks - [Levin Project](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/153354708/list/levin-project) — 8 ideas - [Levin](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/153354665/list/levin) — 1 idea - [ZAMMANCK KITCHEN](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/151240815/list/zammanck-kitchen) — 11 ideas - [Diana Master Bath](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/147417643/list/diana-master-bath) — 14 ideas - [ideas for Bar](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/146678589/list/ideas-for-bar) — 8 ideas - [JJ Demmon](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/146408807/list/jj-demmon) — 1 idea - [Home Office Ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/143720044/list/home-office-ideas) — 14 ideas - [Breakfast Nook](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/139437021/list/breakfast-nook) — 11 ideas - [Pool cue stick storage](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/138667342/list/pool-cue-stick-storage) — 1 idea - [Purdue Basement Storage Ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/138663762/list/purdue-basement-storage-ideas) — 6 ideas - [Purdue Basement](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/138363864/list/purdue-basement) — 16 ideas - [Stair Railings](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/137958691/list/stair-railings) — 8 ideas - [O'brien](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/137241750/list/o-brien) — 4 ideas - [0'Brien](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/132479752/list/0-brien) — 3 ideas - [Laundry / Mudroom ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/126818040/list/laundry-mudroom-ideas) — 1 idea - [Thompson](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/121535918/list/thompson) — 9 ideas - [peterson](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/120050299/list/peterson) — 58 ideas - [Jaimee](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/119979642/list/jaimee) — 1 idea - [client research](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/87818715/list/client-research) — 149 ideas - [staging ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/76960403/list/staging-ideas) — 23 ideas [See all 38 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/briggsdesign) ## Community Q&A **Q: What is the black countertop?** *(in Photo Questions)* Thanks! A: It has been awhile since I finished this project. I do know it is granite with a matte finish. Names are hard to know. The names can be different depending on where the stone was quarried. **Q: So practical and beautiful! What brand of laundry sink is this?** *(in Photo Questions)* We are having trouble finding a very deep stainless sink for our own laundry room remodel... A: The sink was repurposed from the owner's original laundry room. Have you looked at Elkay? they have so many options including sinks that are 10-1/2" deep and 12" deep **Q: love the island pendant** *(in Photo Questions)* does anyone know where to get the island pendant? A: It really is stunning. The client chose that fixture on-line. **Q: what size is the crown molding?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: The top piece of this three-piece crown has a vertical height of 2-1/4". The three pieces combined are about 7-1/4" tall **Q: Species** *(in Photo Questions)* What type of wood for the cabinets? What about the trim, same wood? If not, how did you match the stain so perfectly on both. I have similar cabinets that will run right into the trim. But I don't want to use expensive trim wood all through my house to match the higher grade cabinets. A: The cabinets in this historic home are white oak. Yes, all the trim matches the cabinets, not only the wood species, but most of the oak is from the same supplier. My cabinet maker milled all the decorative crown mouldings and shipped the same custom stain for the flat board that the contractor supplied and then stained on site. There is such a variation within the same species of wood it can be difficult to have the same stain color remain consistent even in one board. Each species of wood takes stain differently than an other. If you have nicely finished cabinets, I do recommend either staying with the same trim around the room, or going dramatically differently like a painted trim. You want to not detract from the better quality with something that might miss the mark. **Q: Is the range hood already stained or ready for custom staining?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: This range hood was a custom piece, along with all the cabinetry in the house. It was stained in the cabinet shop before it was shipped to the site and installed. Thank you for asking --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-08-15.*